Archive for April, 2019

Correcting a “Bad Bite” Through Jaw Surgery

Do you have a “bad bite”? Maybe you didn’t know your bite could be good or bad! But  “bad bite” is a term for the medical condition of a malocclusion. This condition occurs when the upper jaw and lower jaw don’t properly come together, and can happen for a number of reasons (most often from […]

Do you suffer from Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSAS)?

Does your partner, bedmate, or parent say you snore too loud? Do you wake up in the middle of the night choking or with shortness of breath? You may suffer from obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS), a common disorder that affects over 40 million Americans. OSAS is potentially harmful if left untreated; it can lead […]

Snoring? A medical doctor and dentist can help!

While you may think that snoring is a respiratory issue, the real cause is often right inside the mouth. Relaxed tissue on the soft palate (roof of the mouth) or in the back of the throat can interfere with breathing by causing partial airway blockage. As air squeezes past the tissues they vibrate and snoring […]

What do dental implants cost?

When it comes to tooth replacement, titanium implants are the gold standard. Dental implants are the only restorative appliance that replaces the entire structure of the lost tooth, from root to crown. But because of titanium’s lasting strength and surgical placement process, the treatment comes with a higher price tag. Sometimes, patients ask us if […]